Sermon: Faithful Steps for What’s Ahead (Ps 37)

Start your new year with hope and purpose! Pastor Chris Teien of Rockwell Church shares a powerful message from Psalm 37 about trusting God, delighting in His presence, and committing your way to Him. He discusses the need to delight in the Lord and commit to spiritual growth, culminating in a call to communion as a renewal for the new year. Reflect on the past year, embrace God’s plans, and prepare your heart for 2025 with encouragement and communion. #Psalm37 #NewYearSermon #RockwellChurch218

We would love to know how we can pray for you and we would be grateful if you could help support this ministry with your financial gift.

Outline

Rockwell Church Dec 29, 2024 Pastor Chris Teien
Faithful Steps for What’s Ahead (Psalm 37 & Hebrews 12)

• #1 Trust in the Lord and be SECURE (Psalm 37:1-3)
• #2 Delight in the Lord and He will PROVIDE (Psalm 37:4)
• #3 Commit Your Way to the Lord and Trust His TIMING (Psalm 37:5-9)
• #4 Remove Every HINDRANCE (Hebrews 12:1)
• #5 Fix Your Eyes on Jesus and Move Forward with ENDURANCE (Hebrews 12:2-3)

Chapters

00:00 Prayer and Reflection for the New Year
02:20 Embracing Life’s Challenges and Opportunities
08:52 Trusting God Amidst Uncertainty
16:06 Delighting in the Lord’s Provision
26:49 Commitment and Communion: A New Year Renewal

Takeaways

• Prayer is essential for supporting missionaries and building the kingdom.
• Life’s challenges can lead to new opportunities for growth.
• Trusting God is crucial during uncertain times.
• Delighting in the Lord aligns our desires with His will.
• Commitment to God leads to spiritual rewards and peace.
• Communion serves as a reminder of our commitment to Christ.
• Reflecting on the past year helps us set goals for the future.
• We should prioritize our relationship with God above all else.
• Temporary struggles can lead to eternal rewards.
• Engaging in community and service reflects our faith.

Keywords: prayer, new year, trust in God, delight in the Lord, communion, faith, challenges, opportunities, spiritual growth, discipleship